Guruprasad Rao

Dependable professional with strong leadership and the right mix of experience in project management, supply chain, operations & maintenance background, demonstrating excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities. Skilled in coordinating teams and resources, ensuring safety and compliance while maintaining high standards. Ready to bring proactive approach to achieving success in the selected role.

• Worked as project leader/ team member in several projects over the years. Has obtained experience in all aspects of project management.
• Worked as a technical lead for the supply chain during the 2017 Sohar Aluminium smelter rebuild project.
• Streamlined the SCM procurement processes and improved the turnaround time. Automated the SCM processes to generate cost savings.
• Achieved success in training/coaching local Omani team members and developing them to the future role.
• Conducted major operational risk review for equipment and developed containment/ improvement plans. Has the ability to develop Emergency response plans and Business continuity plans.
• Certified Green belt candidate having completed more than four projects which have delivered exceptional value to the organization.
• Worked as Process Champion for Manufacturing Excellence Initiative.
• Independently managed the project/rebuild activities of the plant in Owens Corning.
• Selected as the Facilitator for the TQM process implementation.
• Worked as the management representative for OHSAS 18001 implementation.
• TAPROOT – certified investigator for finding solutions to safety incidents, equipment failures & process deviations.